The Chargers are stepping as much as assist these affected by the wildfires raging by means of Los Angeles … by donating $200,000 to help the group.
The group introduced its contribution to the reduction fund on Wednesday … saying the cash will go to a number of L.A. applications designed to help evacuees, first responders, animal rescue and clean-up crews.
“Whereas we’re at the moment experiencing unprecedented situations that seemingly can’t get any worse as we take care of a number of fires throughout our area, we’re additionally witnessing our group at its best,” Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos mentioned.
“The bravery, selflessness, braveness, sacrifice and compassion on show over the previous 24 hours by first responders, good Samaritans, mates, household and neighbors alike has been exceptional.”
Along with the donation, the Chargers are urging followers to donate bottled water, blankets and garments to evacuation facilities.
“Our hearts are with everybody who has been displaced by these fires, the firemen and law enforcement officials and frontline staff who’re risking their lives to maintain us secure and people amongst us who’ve stepped as much as help each other on this unimaginable time of want,” Spanos added.
The Chargers shall be taking part in within the NFL Wild Card playoff spherical in opposition to the Houston Texans on Saturday.
A number of postseason occasions in L.A. for followers, together with the “Cost As much as Playoffs” get together in Sherman Oaks, have been canceled amid the wildfires.
